Pediatric spine trauma presents unique challenges due to the anatomical and developmental differences in children compared to adults. One critical aspect is the flexibility and resilience of a child’s spine, which can both aid and complicate management. Pediatric spinal injuries are relatively rare compared to adults, but they can have profound consequences if not managed appropriately. Additionally, pediatric patients may not always present with classic signs and symptoms of spinal cord injury, requiring a high index of suspicion for diagnosis.Treatment strategies for pediatric spine trauma must prioritize preserving spinal alignment, minimizing neurological deficit, and promoting optimal growth and development. Close monitoring and multidisciplinary collaboration are essential throughout the management of pediatric spine trauma. Long-term outcomes following pediatric spine trauma can vary widely depending on the injury’s severity and the effectiveness of treatment. Rehabilitation is critical in maximizing functional recovery and quality of life for affected children.This activity for healthcare professionals is designed to enhance learners’ proficiency in evaluating and managing pediatric spinal trauma. After participation, learners gain a comprehensive understanding of the unique anatomical and developmental characteristics of the pediatric spine, enhancing their ability to interpret radiographic studies to diagnose pediatric spine injuries and associated soft tissue damage. A better grasp of evidence-based management strategies for pediatric spine trauma prepares them to collaborate effectively within an interprofessional team caring for affected patients.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/26810
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.5 hours
Nursing: 1.5 hours
Pharmacy: 1.5 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABOS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABOS)
ABPATH - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABIM - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Adolescent Medicine, All Practice Areas (e.g. ethics), Child Abuse Pediatrics, General Orthopaedics, General Pediatrics, Hospital Medicine, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, Neurocritical Care, Neurodevelopmental Disabilities, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Orthopaedic Trauma, Pediatric Anesthesia, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Neurology, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Pediatric Surgery, Sports Medicine, Surgery of the Spine, Surgical Critical Care, Trauma